Sketch for A Mermaid 1892

John William Waterhouse's "Sketch for A Mermaid" is a Pre-Raphaelite oil painting completed in 1892. The artwork depicts a mermaid combing her long, red hair while sitting on a rocky outcrop, with the sea in the background. The painting captures a sense of tranquility and beauty. Waterhouse's use of color and light is masterful, and the overall effect is one of ethereal beauty. The painting is part of a private collection and is considered a significant work in Waterhouse's oeuvre.